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TikTok, Volunteering, & Whether They're Ready to Vote: Students Speak Out on Civics in the Social Media Age

Interviews with Fayette County students highlight that students care about social and political issues, but want more opportunities to get involved.
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Students interview experts on the necessity of civic education

Inside an April youth-led public hearing on civic education at the Carnegie Center in Lexington.
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Photograph of The Hub Coffee House & Cafe in Danville, Kentucky.

Third Places: Unconventional Spaces for Civic Engagement

In an age where connection is only a tap away, a student explores the importance of third places as opportunities for community, real-life connection, and civic engagement.
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A student looks puzzled sitting at a desk. In the background is an American flag and a chalkboard reading "Today's Lesson: Civic (or Not?)"

Opinion: Civic Education in Kentucky Schools Must Be Expanded

In this opinion piece, a student argues that civic education must be expanded to include real-world application for Kentucky students.
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A magnifying glass hovering over a graphic of the State Capitol, with graphics of an American flag, scales of justice, "vote" sign, and a waving hand gathered around it.

New report reveals state of civic education in Kentucky

From interactions with digital media, to registering to vote, to life skills like paying taxes, a new report from the Kentucky Student Voice Team highlights why it is crucial that students receive adequate civic education.
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More Than Just Students: How High Schoolers Are Redefining Civic Engagement

In this piece, a student writer examines what civic engagement means to young people. Decisions being made today are shaping the world teens will inherit. Why shouldn’t they have a seat at the table now?
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Press gathered outside a student press event, where one student is speaking at the podium and others are gathered around in support.

A Look Inside KSVT's May Hearing

On May 13th, 2025, members of KSVT took to the Kentucky Court of Appeals for a hearing focused on motions to dismiss a lawsuit, Kentucky Student Voice Team v. Commonwealth of Kentucky.
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An orange background with newspapers, speech bubbles, and a microphone in blue, pink, and yellow. The text reads: Campus to Community: High School Student Journalism in Kentucky, Part 1

The Case for Student Journalism

In this three-part series, Campus to Community: High School Journalism in Kentucky, Isabella Edghill examines the challenges facing student newspapers and the importance of student journalism to communities. Part one highlights the benefits of student journalism to schools, communities, democracy, and student journalists themselves.
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A navy blue graphic with newspapers, speech bubbles, and a microphone in blue, orange, and yellow. The text reads: Campus to Community: High School Journalism in Kentucky, Part 2

Classes on the Chopping Block, AI, and Newsprint as 'Retro': The State of Kentucky Student Journalism

In this three-part series, Campus to Community: High School Journalism in Kentucky, Isabella Edghill examines the challenges facing student newspapers and the importance of student journalism to communities. Part two explores how changing technology, access issues, and more impact student journalism.
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A yellow graphic with newspapers, speech bubbles, and a microphone in bright blue, orange, and pink. The text reads: Campus to Community: High School Journalism in Kentucky, Part 3

Advocacy Groups Fight for Student Journalism

In this three-part series, Campus to Community: High School Journalism in Kentucky, Isabella Edghill examines the challenges facing student newspapers and the importance of student journalism to communities. Part three explores how journalists and advocates continue to fight for student journalism.
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A silver laptop with a black keyboard open on a white table.

Artificially Intelligent: The Implications of AI in the Classroom

In this opinion piece, a student explores the use of AI in school.
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Fayette county public schools board meeting

The Uncertainty of Federally Funded Public Education: Is Student Achievement at Risk in FCPS?

A student journalist reports on the Fayette County Board of Education and Budget and Finance Committee meeting.
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A blue background with the quote "This requires a movement of Kentuckians who are proud to stand up for their public schools" in yellow-gold letters.

Kentucky’s Call for Education Justice

A student writer takes The New Edu inside a rally for education equity.
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How Excessive Snow and NTI Days Are Affecting Kentucky Youth

Student members of The New Edu discuss the impact of snow days and NTI on their educations.
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Signs students made ahead of a rally against gun violence in 2018.

Ongoing Threats of Gun Violence Lead to Desensitization and Fear for Students

In this opinion piece featuring interviews with young people, a student writer illustrates how ongoing threats of gun violence impact students, their schools, and their communities.
Op-ed
A picture of Franklin County Court House against a bright blue sky with only a few clouds.

"For the Future": Student Perspectives on the KSVT Lawsuit

Following the announcement of Kentucky Student Voice Team's lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Kentucky, students share what motivated them to be part of taking legal action in an effort to ensure all Kentuckians are provided with an adequate, equitable education.
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Students gathered around a podium and microphone on the steps of the Franklin Circuit Courthouse. A small crowd stands in front of them.

Kentucky Students Sue the State Over Inadequate Education

A group of students, including members of the Kentucky Student Voice Team, announced a groundbreaking lawsuit against the state of Kentucky, asserting that the state has not fulfilled its constitutional obligation to provide a quality system of public education for every Kentucky student.
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A graphic that says "civics" on a pink background that shows students voting, speaking, and protesting.

In Elections and Beyond, Student Participation is Essential to Civic Life

In this op-ed, a student explores the importance of youth civic engagement during elections and beyond.
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A group of students stands behind a podium, preparing to speak.

Students Speak Out at the KSVT Amendment 2 Myth Bus Tour

In this reported piece, a student reports on speeches students gave at KSVT's Amendment 2 bus tour.
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KSVT members preparing last minute signs before the press conference in Lexington. Taken on October 13th, 2024 by Eva Alcaraz-Monje.

Honk if You Support Public Schools: On the Ground At A2 Teach-Ins

In this reported piece, a student details what happened on-the-ground at KSVT's Amendment 2 teach-ins.
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